North Carolina Republicans successfully override governor's vetoes on elections bills

North Carolina Republicans have successfully overridden the vetoes of two election bills by the Democratic governor, granting themselves more control over election administration and imposing voting restrictions. The bills rework the composition of state and local election boards, removing the governor from the process and creating evenly divided boards appointed by state legislative leaders. Critics argue that this could lead to gridlock and limit early voting. Another bill adds restrictions such as banning drop boxes and shortening the deadline for receiving mail ballots. Litigation is expected, potentially delaying or blocking the implementation of challenged provisions.